Determine Whether the Equation Is a Conditional Equation, an Identity $16 y + 2 ( 3 - y ) = 5 + 14 y + 2$

question 146

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the equation is a conditional equation, an identity, or a contradiction.
- $16 y + 2 ( 3 - y ) = 5 + 14 y + 2$

• A) Conditional
• B) Identity
• C) Contradiction

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